How to Pronounce "pikers"
word
ˈpaɪkɝz
PYE-kurz
pˈaɪkɐ
PYE-kuh
Definition
'Pikers' is a slang term for people who are cheap (unwilling to spend money), or who avoid taking risks or commitments, often seen as timid or stingy.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpaɪkɝz
British English
pˈaɪkɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PYE-kurz
UK
PYE-kuh
Listen in Context
He is one of those pikers who never tips at restaurants.
All the pikers left when it was time to pay for the pizza.
Don't be pikers—let's all chip in for the gift.
I can't believe those pikers left early to avoid splitting the bill.